Description
Zucchini isn’t just for savory dishes it adds incredible moisture and tenderness to desserts without overpowering the flavor. Here are three halal-friendly zucchini dessert recipes that are sweet, satisfying, and secretly packed with veggies!
Ingredients
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp cinnamon
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1 cup sugar
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½ cup vegetable oil
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2 eggs
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1½ cups grated zucchini (squeezed to remove excess water)
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½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan.
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In one bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
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In another bowl, whisk sugar, oil, eggs, yogurt, and vanilla.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients. Fold in zucchini and chocolate chips.
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Pour into pan and bake for 35–40 minutes. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: ~290 per slice